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Cloudland Canyon 50

Name: Cloudland Canyon 50
Start: 2026-12-05
End: 2026-12-06
Location: Rising Fawn

Rising Fawn, United States • 5-6 Dec 2026

Cloudland Canyon 2026

Cloudland Canyon presents multiple trail race distances held December 5 and 6, 2026 in Rising Fawn, GA. All races start and finish inside Cloudland Canyon State Park.

Distances and course figures include:

50M - 6500 ft of gain, 15:30 hour cutoff
50K - 4500 ft of gain, 11 hour cutoff
25K - 2200 ft of gain, 5.5 hour cutoff
5M - 600 ft of gain, 1.5 hour cutoff

Maps, an aid station breakdown, and cutoff time details are provided for each distance. A runner handbook contains the complete race information, rules, and frequently asked questions. Volunteer opportunities are available and include an option to earn a free race entry. Information for crew and pacers is included in the runner handbook.

The description focuses on course metrics, logistics within the state park, and published support resources for participants and crew. Specific start and finish times of day are not listed here. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Rising Fawn

Race information

Website

50 mi

50m

50 km

50k

25 km

25k

5 mi

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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